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KR16 XBU

2016 Mercedes-benz Cls

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,246 mi
Last recorded47,246 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Cls50,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR16 XBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelCls
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 47,246 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 44,125 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 33,511 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 21 Nov 2022 33,509 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 24,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 14,163 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 14,163 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect and rear (0.1 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 9,611 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Cls?

Based on 421,126 MOT tests across 35,498 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
6,663
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
35,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,450
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,682
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2,819
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,595
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 2,284
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KR16 XBU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Cls in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Cls models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 50,986 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Cls fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KR16 XBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Cls typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Cls is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KR16 XBU registered?

KR16 XBU is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Cls, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is KR16 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR16 XBU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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